Certified Surgical Technician, Inpatient Surgery (36 hours, Day/Evening) - Sign On Bonus Available

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 53,726 - 67,502; Full time

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician for the Menino Operating Room (Inpatient Surgery). The role involves preparing and sterilizing rooms, transporting patients, passing instruments, and assisting the surgical team to maintain aseptic standards.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, graduation from an accredited surgical technology program, and Surgical Technician certification (unless employed as a technologist prior to July 1, 2013).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or equivalent military training.
• Surgical Technician certification required unless employed prior to 2013.

Responsibilities

• Prep and sterilize operating rooms.
• Transport patients to and from operating rooms.
• Pass instruments and supplies to the surgical team.
• Assist surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses and staff during surgery.
• Use aseptic techniques to maintain sterile environment.

Skills

Surgical terminology

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited surgical technology program

Armed Forces medic/corpsman program

Job description

Position

Certified Surgical Technician – Menino Operating Room (Inpatient Surgery)

Schedule

36 hours, Day/Evening, Every Third Weekend, Call Required

Position Summary

As a member of the surgical team, the surgical technician provides patient care during surgical procedures by creating an aseptic and safe environment. Duties include prepping and sterilizing rooms, transporting patients, passing instruments, and assisting surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other staff during surgery. Uses technical and aseptic techniques to ensure compliance with established sterile standards and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prep and sterilize operating rooms.
• Transport patients to and from operating rooms.
• Pass instruments and supplies to the surgical team.
• Assist surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other staff during surgery.
• Use aseptic techniques to maintain a sterile environment.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program (or completed an Armed Forces medic or corpsmen program).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Required

Surgical Technician certification required (unless employed as a surgical technologist on or before July 1, 2013).

Knowledge & Skills

• Previous surgical tech experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively speak, read, and write English.
• Proficient in interpreting and using medical terminology and abbreviations.
• Computer proficiency for accessing and entering computerized data.
• Effective interpersonal skills for interaction with patients, families, physicians, and other hospital staff.
• Organizational skills to set priorities and complete assigned work efficiently.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation range: $38.94–$49.38 per hour.

Sign‑on bonus: $10,000 for candidates with over one year of multi‑specialty experience (paid after six months of employment); $5,000 for candidates with less than one year or single‑specialty experience (paid after six months of employment).

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, pharmacy coverage, 403(b) savings match, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or any other non‑job‑related characteristic. If you require accommodation in the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 617‑638‑8582.

Background Verification

As an E‑Verify employer, prospective employees must complete a background check before beginning employment. All staff are required to be vaccinated against COVID‑19, flu, and receive a booster dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine.